11:10 - 11:30 a.m.

The Cornerstone Conversation: Housing Means Business

Housing has emerged as one of the nation's most significant economic challenges. This opening conversation will set the stage for the day, exploring why housing supply matters for workforce growth, business investment, and America's long-term economic competitiveness.

11:30 - 11:45 a.m.

Building the Foundations for Growth

Communities succeed when housing, jobs, infrastructure, and investment grow together. In this fireside chat, Ross Perot Jr. will share lessons from developing communities at scale and discuss the role private-sector leadership can play in driving long-term regional growth, drawing on decades of experience shaping one of the nation's fastest-growing regions.

11:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

The ROAD Ahead: State and Local Policy Implementation

The passage of the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act marks a new chapter in housing policy. This discussion will explore the role federal, state, local, and business leaders will play in translating policy into housing production and economic growth.

12:15 - 12:35 p.m.

Scaling Housing Supply

ROAD to Housing Act implementation will soon be unfolding across the nation, and innovation is where the rubber meets the road. Bold, business-led housing solutions are a key opportunity for private-sector leaders to move from policy momentum to tangible housing production results.

1:25 - 1:35 p.m.

Strong Foundations: A Playbook for Housing and Economic Growth (demo) 

The Strong Foundations playbook is a vital resource for state leaders seeking actionable data and guidance to help implement smart policies that address housing challenges and drive economic growth. Learn how to use the new interactive version and try it for yourself from your device or the event kiosk.

2:30 - 2:50 p.m.

Galvanizing the Business Community for a Better Housing Future  

A forward-looking call for sustained leadership from the nation’s business ecosystem.

2:50 - 3:15 p.m.

Building for the Future: Risk and Resilience  

As communities work to expand housing supply, resilience and long-term durability are becoming increasingly important. Industry leaders will discuss how innovative materials, smarter building practices, risk-informed decision-making, and community development strategies can help create stronger homes and more resilient communities

3:15 - 3:45 p.m.

In Practice: How Business Is Expanding Housing Opportunity

America's lasting housing solutions will require expertise from a variety of private-sector players. Join us in a broader ecosystem look at different ways to expand housing opportunity. This is a fast-paced spotlight session featuring a variety of business competencies.

3:45 - 4:10 p.m.

Building the Housing Workforce

The housing construction workforce shortage remains one of the greatest barriers to expanding housing supply. Across the country, industry leaders are investing in programs and policy solutions that help attract new talent to the skilled trades while upskilling and reskilling workers to meet growing demand.

4:10 - 4:25 p.m.

Housing's Moment in Congress

House Financial Services Committee Chairman French Hill discusses why housing has become a top economic priority, the role of Congress in expanding housing supply, and how smart policy can help unlock growth, investment, and opportunity.